Job description
We are 1 The Island Quarter.
1 The Island Quarter is an ambitious and exciting real estate development of a 36 acre freehold site in the heart of Nottingham, a development that has been ongoing since 2016 when the land was acquired.
We are a new & dynamic hospitality team charged with creating 1 The Island Quarter to be a sustainable business, transforming it into a cultural hub, a new and exciting destination for experiencing food, arts, music, sporting events and other community interests. The first phase consists of 2 restaurants - Binks Yard and Cleaver & Wake, an outside live events space with a bandstand and an internal venue for private functions, a rooftop terrace as well as a florist.
What we do at 1 The Island Quarter is much more than be just a venue. Our guest-centric team love what they do, taking pride in always delivering value and consistency, they are actively generous in going the extra mile to create great memories for our guests, aiming to deliver genuine, exceptional service that is inclusive, authentic and fun.
Binks Yard
Our Binks Yard team care about our guests, from our front of house team welcoming you in, our bar team serving up not only drinks but an experience and our kitchen team creating a plate that excites and delights you. They care about each other as well as our guests, our open plan kitchen allows you to see the dishes being crafted and our team will focus on ensuring Binks Yard becomes a regular occurrence for your occasions.
Guest focussed, charisma, flair and excellent cocktail experience are amongst the special ingredients you will need to make the perfect bartender at Binks Yards.
Managing 20 beer lines including 4 real ales and 16 different lagers, craft, beers, IPA’s, stout and ciders, you understand stock rotation, managing wastage and have an eye for detail when it comes to cleanliness and hygiene. A passion for hospitality and giving our guests the best experience, you are attentive, knowledgeable, engaging and composed under pressure. With no 2 days being the same, you are adaptable and flexible as the rota requires. Career development is here for you if you want to progress – we will also support you to excel in your role if you wish to become a bartender expert.
Benefits Of Working At The Island Quarter
We’re offering much more than a job. Hospitality is a way of life. We’re on a whirlwind adventure, working with our suppliers, partners and team to bring a new culinary experience to Nottingham – using fresh and exciting ingredients, mixology and flair, as well as a tailored guest journey. That’s a big deal. But so are you. That’s why we have a reward system that we know you’ll give the thumbs up to. This includes:
- A culture where you’re valued, supported and inspired to be at your best
- Generous holiday package
- Discounted food and drink whilst on shift
- A heavily discounted gym membership with Virgin Active at Nottingham
- Discount at Cineworld, Showcase and Odeon cinemas
- Discounted travel using Tramslink
- An Employee Assistance Program – we understand that we live in challenging times and whilst our Team will always be on hand to support one another it is sometimes more appropriate to have an alternative outlet to speak to about issues that may be affecting you